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NDA & NA (National Defence Academy)

Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

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Conducting body
Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)
Eligibility
Unmarried men (and women for NDA eligible branches) with Class 12 PCM as per UPSC notice.
Exam pattern
270 questions · 900 marks · 300 min · −1/3 mark per wrong answer. Sections: Mathematics: 120 Q / 300 M · General Ability Test: 150 Q / 600 M. Maths 2.5 h (300 M); GAT 2.5 h (600 M). (Approximate pattern — confirm on the official notice.)

Approximate pattern — confirm on the official notice.

Fee
₹100 (women/SC/ST exempt)
Official website
https://upsc.gov.in

Updated 2026-10-29

NDA & NA (National Defence Academy) FAQ

For job seekers, fresh graduates and professionals searching government jobs and test prep in India.

How do I prepare for NDA & NA (National Defence Academy) in India?

NDA & NA (National Defence Academy) is conducted by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Pattern: 270 questions · 900 marks · 300 min · −1/3 mark per wrong answer. Sections: Mathematics: 120 Q / 300 M · General Ability Test: 150 Q / 600 M. Maths 2.5 h (300 M); GAT 2.5 h (600 M). (Approximate pattern — confirm on the official notice.) Available practice and mock coverage varies and may be incomplete. Check the official notice for the current year.

Where do I apply for NDA & NA (National Defence Academy)?

Apply only on the official site of Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Open the Apply tab on the NDA & NA (National Defence Academy) page to reach it. Keep Aadhaar, photographs, certificates and the fee receipt ready.

Is there negative marking in NDA & NA (National Defence Academy)?

Negative marking and section timing depend on the examination and question type. Consult the current official notice for NDA & NA (National Defence Academy).